Senior Project Controls Manager: Schedule, Cost & EV Lead

Matrix Service Co; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus program

Job summary

Matrix Service Co is seeking a Site Based Project Controls Manager for our Virginia-based projects. The role leads cost control, scheduling, earned value, and related analytics with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.

The position requires 10+ years in project controls for industrial work, strong communication skills, and ability to travel as needed. Expect collaboration across accounting, finance, and field teams to drive reporting and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction Management preferred or equivalent.
• 10+ years of relevant Project Controls experience for industrial projects.
• Interpreting contract terms and exhibits for client/project needs.
• Knowledge of engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction practices, sequencing, scheduling.
• Deadline-driven environment experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Primavera (P6) scheduling software.
• Familiarity with Penta Accounting software is a plus.
• Previous supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and execute cost control, reporting, change management and scheduling.
• Maintain project cost/work breakdown structures for forecasting and reporting.
• Forecast quantities, hours, costs, and durations; track variance from kickoff to close-out.
• Coordinate project change management reporting and analysis.
• Support periodic project reviews, reports and presentations.
• Interface with client Project Controls and Project Management teams to align reporting.
• Oversee quantity management consolidation and reporting with Field Engineering and planners.
• Utilize internal and client data systems for consolidation, analysis, and reporting.
• Perform field audits, validate progress, sequencing, and variances.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, Quality, HSE and home office teams on reporting standards.

Skills

Project controls

Communication skills

Leadership

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Penta Accounting

Job description

Matrix Service Co is seeking a Site Based Project Controls Manager for our Virginia-based projects. The role leads cost control, scheduling, earned value, and related analytics with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.

The position requires 10+ years in project controls for industrial work, strong communication skills, and ability to travel as needed. Expect collaboration across accounting, finance, and field teams to drive reporting and risk management.